SANDOR FERNANDEZ
TALLAHASSEE,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with more than 5 years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in different medical field settings. Experience spans across FAMILY PRACTICE, CCU and med-surgical environments. Passionate about providing programs and services in support of growth and healing for patients with mental health issues. Active listener with direct communication style and compassionate, non-judgmental approach to build patient trust and rapport. Outside-the-box thinker with strong crisis resolution skills. Considerate expert with passion for providing excellent patient care. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to identify and implement patient-centered strategies to improve care quality and outcomes. Dedicated to promoting patient education and advocating for evidence-based practice. Committed professional well-versed in collecting and analyzing data to evaluate interventions and programs. Skilled in creating and maintaining accurate patient records and medical documentation. Creates positive, collaborative working environment with colleagues and other healthcare providers to support delivery of optimal patient care
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Clinical Supervisor
HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER OF NORTH FLORIDA
05.2019 - Current
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, addressing specific needs and goals.
- Streamlined nursing processes by identifying areas of improvement and implementing new strategies.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date with current healthcare laws and standards.
- Reduced medication errors by introducing a thorough double-check system for medication administration.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios for optimal care delivery.
- Served as a resource for clinical questions, providing guidance based on best practices in nursing care management.
- Regularly reviewed patient charts to ensure timely interventions were initiated and followed up accordingly.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
- Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge and delivery of care.
- Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs.
- Coordinated departmental operations according to administrative, legal and medical guidelines.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care.
- Oversaw training, staffing and education of all nurses and medical assistants staff.
- Specialist in immigration medical checkups for residency application and other processes with USCIS.
Medical Assistant/Front Desk Supervisor/Phlebotomist
IMC CLINIC
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Laboratory Phlebotomist
Elite Clinical Laboratory
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Improved patient comfort by utilizing a gentle, empathetic approach during blood draw procedures.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by accurately labeling and organizing specimens for timely processing.
- Reduced wait times for patients by quickly and efficiently completing phlebotomy tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to strict sanitation protocols.
- Ensured proper identification of patients through diligent verification of personal information before each blood draw procedure.
- Increased accuracy of test results by carefully following established procedures for specimen collection and handling.
- Supported optimal patient care by performing venipuncture using various techniques such as butterfly needles, straight needles, and fingerstick methods.
- Assisted in maintaining adequate inventory levels of phlebotomy supplies, preventing shortages that could disrupt workflow or compromise patient care quality.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to varying patient needs, including accommodating special requests or working with individuals who have severe needle anxiety or unique medical conditions.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BACHELOR NURSE
SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY
PUERTO RICO05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES.
SANTIAGO DE CUBA08.2008
Skills
- Decision making
- Electronic health records
- Professional development
- Delegation skills
- Budget management
- Policy implementation
- Emergency response
- Medication administration
- Nursing process
- Clinical supervision
- Recruiting and Training
- Nursing Procedure Development
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Nurse Clinical Supervisor
HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER OF NORTH FLORIDA
05.2019 - Current
Medical Assistant/Front Desk Supervisor/Phlebotomist
IMC CLINIC
02.2017 - 12.2018
Laboratory Phlebotomist
Elite Clinical Laboratory
09.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - BACHELOR NURSE
SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES.
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